Press Release
Odin Wellness Smart Scale by Zhean Chen Receives the A' Design Award in Home Appliances Design
The international grand jury of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition recognizes Zhean Chen for home appliances design
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COMO, Italy, April 17, 2024 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has confirmed the A' Design Award in the Home Appliances Design category for Odin Wellness Smart Scale by Zhean Chen, designed for Odin Technology. The recognition forms part of the 2023 - 2024 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who evaluated anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the A' Design Award
The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.
Regarding Odin Wellness Smart Scale
Odin Wellness is a smart scale designed for home use. The scale combines body measurement with a quick-dry mat placed on the weighing surface. Twenty-one body composition values, including body mass index and body fat, are measured in twenty seconds. A connected application uses artificial intelligence to give personalized meal and workout advice. Touch activation, vibration feedback and moisture detection support accurate readings. The main body is made of sustainable plastic with an 8 mm glass panel. The mat is replaceable, so the scale can suit different rooms.
About Zhean Chen
Zhean Chen, an esteemed entrepreneur and industrial designer, is the visionary founder of Odin Technology, a company dedicated to enhancing health and wellness through innovative design. With a passion for creating seamless experiences, Chen has revolutionized the way customers engage with their health, offering tools that effortlessly integrate into daily life. His commitment to using design as a catalyst for positive change has positioned Odin Technology at the forefront of the industry, making significant contributions to societal well-being.
Award Record
This recognition makes Zhean Chen a winner of 1 A' Design Award.
About the A' Home Appliances Design Award
The A' Home Appliance Design Award is an international competition recognizing good home appliance designs by best appliance designers and brands worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to home appliance designers, industrial designers, product engineers and appliance brands from all countries. Entries typically include refrigerators, dishwashers, microwaves, washing machines, dryers and ovens. Awarded home appliance designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/home-appliance
About A' Design Award & Competition
A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission to advance society through good design by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, the upload of a work and the preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/157090
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/157090
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!157090
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/351669
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://www.odinscale.com/
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
Designers.Org
Via Leone Leoni 32, 22100 Como, Italy
press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Odin Wellness Smart Scale
- Function
- Smart Scale
- Category
- Home Appliances Design
- Discipline
- Industrial Design
- Industry
- Electronics & Appliances and Furniture & Home
- Colors
- Dark Gray, Gray, Dim Gray, Dark Slate Gray and Silver
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Odin Technology
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Zhean Chen
- Country
- United States of America
- Recognition
- A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2023 - 2024
- Design ID
- #157090
Credits
- Image Credits
- Industrial designer Zhean Chen, Cover Beauty Shot, 2024; Industrial designer Zhean Chen, Context shot, 2024; Industrial designer Zhean Chen, Side profile, 2024; Industrial designer Zhean Chen, Detail shot, 2024
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- Odin, an AI-powered smart scale, combines health tracking and a quick-dry mat. It measures BMI, body fat, and more, offering personalized insights through an app. Featuring a replaceable mat for style versatility, Odin is a perfect blend of elegance and advanced technology for any home.
- Inspiration
- The genesis of this project was rooted in the realization that traditional bathroom scales have remained largely unchanged for years, both in functionality and design. This stagnation sparked a curiosity: Could we reimagine the humble bathroom scale to better fit modern lifestyles and aesthetics? The inspiration came from observing that most scales on the market predominantly feature black and white designs, making it challenging to integrate them seamlessly into diverse home environments. Additionally, the existing market, dominated by products not tailored for Western users, often presents scales that are too small, overlooking the comfort and practicality needed for everyday use.
- Research
- Our study engaged 202 participants, conducting 200 surveys and 40 in-depth interviews. We found that 75% preferred aesthetically adaptable, larger scales for enhanced comfort. Moreover, 65% reported avoidance of weight checks due to anxiety. Addressing these insights, we developed a scale that 90% found visually appealing and user-friendly, reducing scale avoidance among 70% of participants. Importantly, our design also catered to the 80% seeking easy storage solutions. This led to a notable increase in regular health monitoring among users, showcasing our design’s impact in promoting a healthier lifestyle and altering the market landscape to prioritize user-centric wellness tools.
- Challenge
- The creative challenge centered on merging a mat and scale into a cohesive unit, ensuring comfort and accuracy, especially in pre/post-shower contexts. Internally, we tackled perceptions of scales within daily routines, designing for user comfort and precise measurements despite the mat overlay. Externally, we navigated production constraints and technological limits to enable AI to learn from user data and offer actionable health advice. Overcoming these obstacles involved innovative material use and advanced algorithms, ensuring the Odin scale offers a seamless, intuitive experience and smart, personalized health insights.
- Realization and Technology
- 8mm glass to make sure the stability and durability Sustainable plastic as product main body Most accurate and smallest sensors in the market Technical fabric makes the mat instant-dry AI powered smart assistant can give you feedback and advice based on your everyday body metrics.
- Operation and Interaction
- The Odin Scale integrates touch activation, moisture detection, and AI analysis for an unmatched user experience. It vibrates to signal start and completion, with moisture detection ensuring accuracy by distinguishing between dry and wet conditions. The scale measures 21 body compositions in 20 seconds, and its AI component offers personalized meal and workout plans based on the data collected, elevating its performance beyond traditional scales. This combination of precision measurement, intelligent moisture awareness, and AI-driven health optimization provides users with a comprehensive health management tool.
- Project Duration and Location
- Project started in May 2023 in California, United States.
- Specifications
- 60 mm x 40 mm x 2.9 mm
- Keywords
- Smart Health Tracking, AI-Powered Wellness, Effortless User Experience, Sustainable Design, Extra Large Scale, Personalized Health Insights, Seamless App Integration, Durable and Reliable, Antibacterial Mat, Non-Slip Safety
